Precision Inspector (Rocket Valves) - 2nd Shift
SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA
Posted 16 days ago · $26.00 - $32.00
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 16 days SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 52% of SpaceX's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
- high 1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3062 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.
About this role
As a Precision Inspector for Rocket Valves on the 2nd shift at SpaceX, you will be responsible for inspecting machined aerospace parts to ensure they meet design specifications. Your role will involve performing complex inspections, documenting non-conformances, and supporting quality management initiatives while working closely with production teams to enhance product quality. You will also utilize PC-DMIS programming skills for CMM measurements and engage in continuous improvement efforts.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of quality inspection experience
Nice to have
- Understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems
- Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
- Ability to review drawings and identify improper callouts/datum structures, according to ASME Y14.5
- Thorough understanding of all layout inspection tools (surface plate, height gage, indicators, calipers, micrometers, gage blocks, thread gages, etc.)
- DCC (direct computer controlled) CMM with PC-DMIS software experience
What you get
- Pay range for Precision Inspector/Level 1: $26.00 - $32.00/hour
- Pay range for Precision Inspector/Level 2: $30.00 - $38.00/hour
- Pay range for Precision Inspector/Level 3: $35.00 - $44.00/hour
- Eligibility for long-term incentives, such as company stock or cash awards
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Worth weighing
- Must be willing to work 2nd shift, Monday-Friday 3:30PM-2:00AM
- Must be able to work additional overtime and/or weekends as needed
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
- Must be able to stand for extended periods – 10 hours minimum
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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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